Availability
Rafting starts in early spring and runs throughout the summer and on into late autumn. In Scotland the biggest rafting seasons are spring and autumn when the white water is at its peak, in Wales selected Sundays Feb to October. Weekend dates usually fill up quickly - book six to eight weeks in advance.

Participant Guidelines
Minimum age varies from 10 to 14. A weight limit will apply depending on venue. Most venues will require your ability to swim and all venues state you must be very confident in water. Venues may test your overall fitness. Please advise us beforehand of any disabilities.

Weather
Rafting will go ahead in most conditions but may be affected by extreme weather conditions or flooding if the rivers are too swollen.

Duration
Your session will last for approximately two hours. Allow for time afterwards to shower and change back into clean, dry clothes.

Numbers On Day
Your raft will hold between six and eight people, plus a qualified instructor.

Spectator
Spectators will be able to see varying amounts of the experience, depending on the location.

Dress Code
Bring swimwear, a towel, a pair of old trainers, a dry change of clothes and a wetsuit if you have one. If you wear glasses, please make sure to either remove or firmly secure them.

Other Info
At the purpose-built course rafting is occasionally cancelled at short notice due to local authority water release systems. We advise you to contact the venue a few days before your booked date, if appropriate, to double-check water levels.